Tojinbo Cliffs

Anto, Mikuni Town, Sakai City

Tojinbo Cliffs
Outline Tojimbo features magnificent pillar-shaped rocks created by sea erosion. Extending for about 1 km, it commands an impressive view, standing gallantly against the raging waves of the Sea of Japan. Such a gigantic columnar jointing of pyroxene andesite can only be seen at this place throughout Japan. Owing to this geologically rare phenomenon, Tojimbo is designated as a natural monument of scenic beauty.
Directions 25 minute drive from Kanazu IC of Hokuriku Expressway. / About 30 minutes by bus from JR Awara Onsen Station.
Notes Paid parking available
Contact Info Mikuni Tourism Association　0776-82-5515
Cherry tree tunnels
Keya, Tsukumo, Terute and Akari-cho, Fukui City
Cherry tree tunnels
Outline Along the banks of the Asuwa River that flows through the center of Fukui City, there is a long colonnade of 600 cherry trees, which has been chosen as one of the best 100 cherry blossom-viewing spots in Japan. In spring, it is a magnificent walk through the 2.2 kilometer-tunnels of flowers in full bloom.
Period Early to mid April
Directions 15 minute walk from JR Fukui Station. / 15 minute drive from Fukui IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Contact Info Fukui City Hall: Tourism Division　0776-20-5346
Five Lakes of Mikata
Mihama Town and Wakasa Town
Five Lakes of Mikata
Outline　 The five lakes of Kugushi, Suigetsu, Suga, Mikata and Hiruga are located between Mihama and Wakasa Town. Each lake is of a different nature—salt water, fresh water, or brackish—and the lakes differ in depth, thereby bestowing each one with an individual beauty during all four seasons. They are also called the five coloured lakes. Urami Gawa channel, which connects Kugushi and Suigetsu lakes, is known as a particularly exquisite view spot. It was made 300 years ago taking two years to complete and has steep precipices on both sides that make it look like you are in a valley. Mikata Lake is the highlight of the Wakasa Bay national park.
Directions 20 minutes by car from Tsuruga IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Contact Info Wakasa Five Lakes of Mikata Tourism Association　0770-45-0113
Echizen Coast

Fukui Town, Echizen Town, Minamiechizen Town

Echizen Coast Outline　 The Echizen coastline, being part of the Echizen Kaga Coast Quasi-National Park, is one of the most scenic areas in Fukui. Echizen Cape in particular, features the beauty of the coast, with many unusual rock formations including Kochomon ("calling bird gate"), a natural tunnel created over time by the working of the wind and waves along this stretch of coastline. It attracts many visitors. Fresh and delicious fish and shellfish can be tasted throughout the year. Echizen crab in winter is nationally famous. It has one of the three largest narcissus cultivation fields in Japan. Lovely narcissus blooming along the mountainside also attracts the attention of the many tourists.
Directions 30-50 minute drive from any Hokuriku Expressway IC in Fukui.
Contact Info Koshino Tourism Association 0776-89-2210
Echizen Town Tourism Association 0778-37-1234
Kono Village Tourism Association 0778-48-2240
Kochomon Rock Formation
Nashigadaira, Echizen Town
Kochomon Rock Formation Outline The natural tunnel, Kochomon, was created by erosion and its unique shape was formed by the rough waves and winds of the Japan Sea over many years. The gigantic rock juts out into the sea and is a must-see. Kochomon is one of the most famous scenic sites Echizen Coast. Visitors cannot actually go through the tunnel, but can observe its magnificent view from the nearby park.
Directions About a 60 minute drive from Tsuruga IC of Hokuriku Expressway. / About a 40 minute drive from Sabae IC.
Contact Info Industry Development Division, Echizen General Office, Echizen Town　0778-37-7713
Sotomo Arch
Obama City
Sotomo Outline This place offers a superb view of strange shaped rocks, arched rocks, and caves made by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. There is an excursion ship to enjoy the view close up, departing from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf. This spot is one of scenic places of the national park in the bay of Wakasa.
Opening Hours 9:00-16:00
Directions One hour by boat from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf
Fees Pleasure Boat Tour: Fee Required
Contact Info Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf　0770-52-3111
Obama City Tourism Division　0770-53-1111
Lake Kuzuryu
Ono City (upper portion of Kuzuryu River)
Lake Kuzuryu　　 Outline Lake Kuzuryu was artificially created by construction of the Kuzuryu Dam, and its size is as large as Lake Towada in Akita. The bridge over the lake named Yume no Kakehashi was modeled on the Seto-o-hashi Bridge, and it blends with the magnificent mountain landscape. Lake Kuzuryu is a spot of beautiful natural scenery that graciously reflects the changes in the seasons.
Directions 90 minute drive from Fukui IC of Hokuriku Expressway / 10 minute drive from Shiratori JCT of Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway (via Aburazaka-toge on Chubujukan road).
Contact Info Ono City Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Division　0779-66-1111
Echizen Matsushima
Saki, Mikuni Town, Sakai City
Echizen Matsushima Outline Echizen Matsushima is located in the center of the Echizen Kaga Coast Quasi-National Park. This rocky stretch, which consists of beautiful small islands, looks like Sendai’s Matsushima, and Echizen Matsushima was named after it. Visitors can enjoy the view of the coastline and the cave while walking along the path.
Directions About a 25 minute drive from Kanazu IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Notes Parking available
Contact Info Mikuni Town Tourist Information Center　0776-82-5515
Kehi no Matsubara
Matsushima Town, Tsuruga City
Kehi no Matsubara Outline "Kehi no Matsubara" is a place of great scenic beauty and is one of the three greatest pine forests in Japan, ranked with Niji no Matusbara and Miho no Matsubara. The view over the blue sea, white beach and green pines is one of great natural beauty. This pine forest, which used to be protected as a property of Kehi shrine, has 17,000 red and black pines. Locals walk and jog around this intimate symbolic place of Tsuruga City.
Directions Take a bus to Matsuba-cho from JR Tsuruga station and get off at Kehi no Matsubara stop. / Take a community bus called "Hagi Go" (clockwise) from JR Tsuruga station and get off at Matsubara Koen stop. / 13 minutes by car from Tsuruga IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Fees Free
Notes Parking (30 cars)
Contact Info Tsuruga Information Centre　0770-21-8686
Rokuroshi Heights, Okuetsu Heights Pasture
Ono City, Katsuyama City
Rokuroshi Heights, Okuetsu Heights Pasture Outline Rokuroshi heights have a vast expanse of grassy fields. Visitors can enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful natural environment. Other accommodation and leisure facilities are also available, including a hotel, camping sites, tennis courts, cycling course, football ground, gate ball ground, and open areas. It also attracts many visitors every season with hands-on activities, including milking/feeding cows and butter making.
Open From spring to autumn.
Directions About a 60 minute drive from Fukui-Kita IC or Maruoka IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Fees Fee required for some hands-on activities and rentals
Contact Info For Rokuroshi Heights Ono City Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Division
0779-66-1111
For Okuetsu Heights Pasture　0779-88-1973
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